This is a fascinating documentary which investigates the less well known history of the Dingle Train from 1893 - 1956. It questions the motives behind what was ultimately a doomed enterprise from the
My grandfather John O'Connor, who was a master mason, did all the stonework for the station I have been told. Very interesting subject matter. On a technical issue I found the music too loud when people were speaking. Perhaps you could reduce the background sound when cutting in the audio.
This is a fascinating documentary which has cleverly investigated the less well known history of the Dingle Train. It questions the motives behind what was ultimately a doomed enterprise from the beginning and the sometimes disastrous effects it had on local communities, while at the same time celebrating the positive aspects of the train. A definite must see for anyone who may think they have no interest in local Kerry history; you will be hooked immediately. Coming soon to Dingle.
Did you ever complete the full version of the video . We visited there earlier this year and had lunch at The Railway Tavern where we saw an interesting DVD
Murt, you should contact Cornelius Kelly 48 Bright road Belmont Massachusetts USA He is the main reason that the train steamed again in 1992. If you are going to do another documentary on T&D#5 he is the man to talk to. He purchased and sent the engine back to Tralee. That is FACT no matter what the books and papers said. I was going to do a video of his story and call it reborn steam maybe you can do it as you have a nack for it. The story starts,He was born in Blennerville station....
My grandfather John O'Connor, who was a master mason, did all the stonework for the station I have been told. Very interesting subject matter. On a technical issue I found the music too loud when people were speaking. Perhaps you could reduce the background sound when cutting in the audio.
This is a fascinating documentary which has cleverly investigated the less well known history of the Dingle Train. It questions the motives behind what was ultimately a doomed enterprise from the beginning and the sometimes disastrous effects it had on local communities, while at the same time celebrating the positive aspects of the train. A definite must see for anyone who may think they have no interest in local Kerry history; you will be hooked immediately.
Coming soon to Dingle.
Intriguing subject, Murt. You've done a service here. Looking forward to seeing the whole film.
sounds brilliant will look forward to seeing the finish film. Its a part of life thats almost forgotten.
Did you ever complete the full version of the video . We visited there earlier this year and had lunch at The Railway Tavern where we saw an interesting DVD
Yeah, I finished it 10 year ago. I kept it for archive.
@@murtypics1 Is it available to watch please.
I'll defo look into it. Cheers
Murt, you should contact Cornelius Kelly 48 Bright road Belmont Massachusetts USA
He is the main reason that the train steamed again in 1992. If you are going to do another documentary on T&D#5 he is the man to talk to. He purchased and sent the engine back to Tralee. That is FACT no matter what the books and papers said. I was going to do a video of his story and call it reborn steam maybe you can do it as you have a nack for it. The story starts,He was born in Blennerville station....
I would love to see this! Is there any way one in the USA can view it? Irish narrow gauge railways are so very appealing, every one!! :)
It's put on the shelve for the moment. No plans to release it again.
@@murtypics1 Ah. Sorry to read that. It looks brilliant. "Hopefully..." it will be available again sometime in the future. Thanks for the quick reply.
@@joekrepps it will. Stay tuned to Murt Mulcahy Media